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Top Weapons Revealed in Assassin's Creed Shadows

Author: Evelyn May 16,2025

Top Weapons Revealed in Assassin

Ubisoft brings back the RPG elements with *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, and gearing up correctly is crucial, especially at higher difficulty levels. Here’s a detailed guide on the best weapons to equip for Naoe and Yasuke, along with how to obtain them.

Best Weapons for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the top-tier weapons are of legendary quality, which means you’ll need to invest some time before you can acquire them. However, once you do, upgrading them will be essential to tackle the game's challenges effectively.

Below are the best weapons for Naoe:

Weapon	Type	Perks and Stats	Location/How to Get
Yami no Kage	Katana	Engraving: Deal 100% damage to the attacker on Deflect.	Hidden chest in Haraiyama Fort, at the Warfields in Harima.
Bloodshade	Katana	Bonus Stat: Bleed Buildup Engraving: Affliction Buildup is not lost over time.	Hidden chest in the large ship in Osaka, in the Izumi Settsu region.
Masked Death	Katana	Bonus Stat: Adrenaline Gain Engraving: Posture attack remains charged after Dodge.	Hidden chest in an empty camp in Shimagahara Valley, Otogi Pass. Look on the ground for blood trails, and follow it to the campsite.
Yukimitsu’s Revenge	Tanto	Engraving: Afflicted enemies are Vulnerable.	Hidden chest in the Ancient Tomb of Nanjo, at the Eagle’s Nest in Yamashiro.
Igan Sunset	Tanto	Bonus Stat: Vulnerable Damage Engraving: Slow down time on Escape Strike.	Hidden chest in Tozuku’s Lair, in the Katana Foothills. Located in the Izumi Settsu region.

You may notice that Kusarigamas are not included in this list. This is because they are significantly less effective compared to the Tantos and Katanas available in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. If you still prefer using a Kusarigama, opt for one with Poison effects. However, remember that they are less efficient overall. For Naoe, Katanas are the strongest weapon type, followed closely by Tantos. Any of the weapons listed above will be highly beneficial.

Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Here are the best weapons for Yasuke:

Weapon	Type	Perks and Stats	Location/How to Get
Turquoise Zephyr	Long Katana	Bonus Stat: Adrenaline Gain Engraving: Successful parries push nearby enemies back.	Hidden chest at the Eagle’s Nest in the Yamashiro region.
Venom Pillar	Kanaba	Bonus Stat: Vulnerable Damage Engraving: Posture attacks by alternating attack types.	Hidden chest at Kajimiya Cemetery, at Mount Hiei in Omi.
Time Honored Crescent	Naginata	Bonus Stat: Critical Damage Engraving: First Strike makes enemies Vulnerable every eight seconds.	Hidden chest at Kashiwabara Fortress, at the Ibu Highlands in Omi.

Yasuke’s weapon options are somewhat more limited, but they remain highly potent. The Long Katana and Kanaba combo is particularly effective, delivering a powerful one-two punch, especially with the legendary weapons listed above.

These are the best weapons for Naoe and Yasuke in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and detailed guides on the game, including how to navigate the Tea Ceremony and locate Imai Sokyu, visit The Escapist.